Jack Ellison Poet Quatrain

Life's a Roller Coaster Ride

Hard to fathom what makes us tick
We're all unique as they say
One person loves rock and roll music
Another loves Sammy Kaye

Was always a true Glenn Miller fan
And big bands of the 40s and 50s
Vocalists like Sinatra and Como
And Frankie Laine was also nifty

Boy! Am I living back in the past
With crinolines and saddle shoes
Terribly miss the much simpler times
Suffering from a case of the blues

Guess each generation misses their past
When things were a lot more fun
This roller coaster ride can get us down
Just enjoy your day in the sun

Must be realistic and accept the future
With all of it's scary unknowns
If you approach it with a great big smile
You'll wonder where the years have flown


© Jack Ellison 2013

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Kelly Deschler August 12, 2013 at 2:42 PM Great poem, Jack! I enjoyed it! I can really relate to this. I still listen to the music from my generation. I grew up with it, and I love it. I guess I am a nostalgic person, even though I am not that old, yet. Also, thank you for reading my poem "Ode To Autumn", and for the nice comments. I really appreciate it! Jack Ellison August 12, 2013 at 2:56 PM You are SWEET! Thank you Kelly... you comments are warm and much appreciated! Big huggeronnies... xoxoxox

Lucilla Carrillo July 29, 2013 at 10:07 PM Jack; I love this. There is nothing wrong with remembering the past at least we can still remember. Life is what you say. We have to enjoy it while we can.... Lucilla Jack Ellison July 30, 2013 at 6:31 AM I guess we shouldn't dwell on the past but remember it with fond memories. Each generation has their own to treasure! Hugs, Jack xoxox

Karen Anglesey July 29, 2013 at 12:00 PM I really likesome of the classics... I was in tune to the 70's in a big way and still love to reminesce about those days. Thanks for the roller coaster ride. Much enjoyed :) Jack Ellison July 29, 2013 at 3:21 PM Was a huge fan of ABBA and still am! Saw "Mama Mia" 3 times in Toronto! Hugs, Jack xoxox

Poet Tacito July 29, 2013 at 11:03 AM I'm not a big person of classics like that anymore. But, I have a massive respect for Sinatra. That man was a tremendous singer. Ah, how the generations have evolved...nicely done! Jack Ellison July 29, 2013 at 3:20 PM Sure establishes where I'm coming from, eh! LOL I just don't get today's music!!! Guess that's normal eh!

Carol Eastman July 29, 2013 at 10:51 AM Smile Jack, and Blow slowly into the paper bag! LOL... I use a laser pointer for my kitty to chase. It works best when shown on her mouse toy. She can attack the light and feel the toy. More fun and more play ensues... No Dragon! That's kitty's mouse toy! Give it back to her. Whomp.. That's not good! Kinda flat for a toy now. You'll have to buy her a new one, after setting it afire... Bad Dragon, Bad Dragon... I'll get you a fire extinguisher toy. You'll love it. Trust me! Aww the Possibilities! Jack Ellison July 29, 2013 at 3:16 PM "Blow slowly into the paper bag!" did what you said and fainted... got a big bump on my beano! LOL